Heron Hall Sixth Form
Step into a Sixth Form where your future takes centre stage.
At Heron Hall, you will join a supportive, ambitious Sixth Form community where staff know you well and help you take your next step with confidence. Whether you are aiming for university, an apprenticeship, employment or further training, we will support you to choose the right pathway and make the most of Years 12 and 13.
You can study A level and vocational courses, take part in careers and work experience opportunities, and develop the confidence, independence and skills you need for life after school.
Heron Sixth Form offers a positive route forward for every student. Alongside A Levels and Level 3 vocational courses, our one-year Aspire Programme supports students who are determined to keep learning after Year 11 but may need more time before beginning advanced courses.
Aspire helps students strengthen their English and maths, gain recognised qualifications and develop the skills and confidence they need for their next academic or career step.
Quick links
Apply now (External students) for September 2026
Download the Aspire Programme guide (PDF)
Read our 2026 Sixth Form Prospectus (Some courses no longer available. See latest course offerings above)
Sixth Form exam success
Heron Hall’s first ever Sixth Form cohort exceeded expectations, with excellent outcomes in some of the most demanding A level subjects and a 100% pass rate in vocational courses.
Stand-out success in subjects including Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Geography, Sociology and History shows that our students can rise to the challenge - and succeed.
Our students achieved strong results across a wide range of academic and vocational subjects, proving that at Heron Hall you can aim high and achieve your goals.
Speak to our Sixth Form team
If you are thinking about joining Heron Hall Sixth Form, Mr Pieri and the Sixth Form team will be happy to discuss your subject choices, entry requirements and next steps.
Please email: [email protected]
Why choose Heron Hall Sixth Form?
At Heron Hall Sixth Form, students benefit from:
- Strong support from staff who know them well
- A choice of A level and vocational courses
- A smaller, supportive Sixth Form community
- Dedicated pastoral care, including Head of Year and tutor support
- Careers guidance, work experience and preparation for life after Year 13
- A growing Sixth Form with high expectations and a renewed focus on student success
Choose your A level & Vocational courses
We offer a range of A level and vocational courses designed to help students progress to university, apprenticeships, employment or further training.
Students can choose from A level subjects and Level 3 vocational qualifications, depending on their interests, strengths and future plans.
Students can choose from a broad range of subjects, including Art & Photography, Biology, Business Studies, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, English, Geography, Government & Politics, History, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology, Sociology and Turkish.
Students can also choose vocational subjects: Health & Social Care, and Sport and Physical Activity.
The Heron Hall Sixth Form Aspire Programme
A positive next step after Year 11. Ambition has many pathways.
The Heron Sixth Form Aspire Programme gives students the time, support and recognised qualifications they need to keep moving forward after Year 11.
Through smaller teaching groups, personalised support, English and maths development, and practical vocational learning, Aspire helps students develop the skills, confidence and qualifications they need for their future.
Students follow a full-time, one-year programme that includes Level 2 Digital Information Technology, Level 2 Health and Social Care, Functional Skills English up to Level 2 and Functional Skills Mathematics up to Level 2.
Aspire students are full members of the Heron Sixth Form community. They learn in a supportive Sixth Form environment and are treated as young adults preparing for their future.
With a focus on English, mathematics, digital skills and vocational learning, Aspire provides a positive and purposeful foundation for future success.
Where can Aspire take you?
Successful completion of Aspire can help students progress to:
A Levels at Heron Sixth Form, depending on subject entry requirements.
Level 3 vocational qualifications, including BTEC courses.
Apprenticeships.
Further education or technical pathways.
Improved career opportunities through stronger qualifications and greater confidence.
Aspire is more than a one-year course. It is a positive step towards your future.
Apply for September 2026
Applications are now open for students hoping to join Heron Hall Sixth Form in September 2026.
Students from Heron Hall Academy and students from other schools are welcome to apply. Once you have applied, a member of the Sixth Form team will be able to discuss your subject choices, entry requirements and next steps.
You do not need to have everything worked out before applying. Our Sixth Form team will talk to you and your family about your options and help you choose the pathway that best matches your ambitions.
Course update for September 2026
Our 2026–27 Sixth Form prospectus was published before our final course offer was confirmed. Some courses shown in the prospectus will not be available for September 2026 entry.
Please view our updated September 2026 courses below, published in July 2026, for the most up-to-date information. The Prospectus below remains a useful guide to Sixth Form life, student support and the application process.
View our 1 year Aspire Programme
Read our Sixth Form Prospectus
Please email: [email protected]
Already at Heron Hall? Continue your success with us
If you are currently in Year 11 at Heron Hall Academy, staying with us for Sixth Form means continuing your journey with teachers who know your strengths, your ambitions and the support you may need.
We will help you choose the right courses, prepare for life after Year 13, and take your next step with confidence.
GCSE results day support
Our Sixth Form team will be available in August to speak to students about their GCSE results, course choices and next steps.
Whether you have already applied or are still deciding, we can help you understand your options and choose the right pathway.
Your next step can still be a positive one. If you achieve Grade 2 or Grade 3 in English and/or mathematics and are determined to continue your education, the Aspire Programme can give you the time, support and qualifications you need to keep moving forward.
Please email: [email protected]
Student life and opportunities
Sixth Form is about more than lessons. Our students take part in careers events, work experience, leadership opportunities, university preparation, workshops and visits with external partners.
These experiences help students build confidence, develop new skills and prepare for life after Year 13.
What our students say
"This Sixth Form has been my second home. It's a place where I feel both challenged and cared for, and that's made all the difference."
"I've made friends for life and learned lessons that go way beyond textbooks. This Sixth Form experience is truly shaping who I am."
"What sets this Sixth Form apart is its spirit of innovation. We're not just learning about the world as it is; we're preparing to lead the world as it could be."
"Being part of this Sixth Form has boosted my confidence incredibly. I now feel ready to take on challenges that once seemed impossible."
Financial support and bursary information
Some students may be eligible for financial support while studying in Sixth Form. Information about bursary support and how to apply can be found below.
Related forms and policies
Careers and work experience information, which includes Sixth Form, can be found here.
Our school policies, which also apply to Sixth Form, can be found on the policies page here.
Below are some of the key policies which relate to Sixth Form
Attendance policy (Heron Hall) (Sixth Form)
Admissions Criteria (Sixth Form)
Home-school agreement (Sixth Form)
